Do you feel like you are stuck in a rut, doing the same things over and over, even though you want to make more positive changes in your life? Or do you feel that you need to talk to a professional about how you can be all you can be? If so, why not think about talking to a personal coach, also known as a life coach? Here are some of the things such a coach may be able to help you with:

Confidence: Are you lacking self-confidence? Are you afraid of others, and of speaking up for yourself? A personal coach can help you come up with ways to feel more confident about yourself.

Happiness: Yes, you can be happy. Really. Talk with a life coach about how you can feel real happiness in all aspects in your life, from career to your love life. This includes learning how to enjoy the little things, as well as the big things, in your life.

Finance: Whether you are lost in a sea of debt, or you have money, but you want to build on it, a personal coach can help give you guidance on how you can get a handle on your money.

Health issues:Have you been diagnosed with a long-term illness, or are you recovering from a short-term issue like being injured? A life coach can help you with coping mechanisms and strategies for feeling better.

Communication:Being able to effectively communicate is so critical in so many areas, from work, to family, to friendships. A personal coach can help you become better at communicating with others.

Career: A personal coach can help you with many aspects of your career. Whether you are just starting in your career, are moving up the corporate ladder, or have your own business, talk with a personal coach on how to best handle your career.

Body issues: Are you trying to lose weight, get in shape, cope with aging, or feel happy with the state of your body? Why not talk with a life coach on a strategy for doing so. You can learn to feel much more satisfied with the state of your body, or get yourself in a better shape.

Relationships:Whether you are looking for love or are trying to work out issues with your marriage or serious relationship, a personal coach can you help you feel more fulfilled in your personal life.

Work-life balance: Talk to a life coach to learn how to have a work-life balance that will make you feel fulfilled, instead of overwhelmed.